Real Estate Exam Flashcards

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to Lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson
Download our mobile app to listen on the go
Get App

Questions and Answers

A deed limitation on the use or enjoyment of real property is called a?

restriction

Conveyance of real property by escheat means the owner has died?

intestate without heirs

Russel is employed by Seller O'Neil to manage his rental house. What can correctly describe their relationship?

Russel is O'Neil's agent; Russel owes a fiduciary duty to O'Neil.

Under federal housing laws, steering means?

<p>Discouraging a person from inspecting a property because of their sex or religion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Federal National Mortgage Association (FNMA) was created primarily for the purpose of?

<p>Buying Title II loans to keep the market liquid.</p> Signup and view all the answers

A license may use the term 'team' or 'group' to advertise if?

<p>The licensee members of the team are associated with the same principal broker.</p> Signup and view all the answers

A lease is an instrument used to transfer?

<p>Possession and use of real property for a specific consideration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Oregon, the county assessor is required by law to assess property at?

<p>Market value.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under a government rectangular survey, a correction line is needed because of?

<p>The curvature of the earth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a real estate sale transaction, title to the real estate passes from the seller to the buyer when?

<p>The seller executes and delivers the deed, and the buyer accepts the deed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

A tenant vacated a heated apartment due to a defective heating system. This is an example of?

<p>Constructive eviction.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following tends to lower property values?

<p>Deferred maintenance (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A 'release clause' in a mortgage is a provision which?

<p>Allows portions of the property to be released from the mortgage lien.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The abstract of title for a specific parcel of real estate provides?

<p>A full historical summary of matters affecting title.</p> Signup and view all the answers

A trust deed or mortgage is given as security for a promissory note.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A homestead exemption would NOT affect?

<p>Tenancy agreement (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a property manager deposits his own funds into his trust account, this situation is called?

<p>Commingling.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The listing agreement between Frank Morrow and Broker Ted Scott authorized Scott to act as the sole agent of Morrow. This is an example of?

<p>An exclusive right to sell listing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

A buyer's debit on the closing statement always?

<p>Increases the amount the buyer will pay.</p> Signup and view all the answers

A proposal to auction real estate must?

<p>Be reduced to a written, signed agreement. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Oregon real estate licensees may accept a listing for real property of the seller?

<p>Neither 1 or 2. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Federal National Mortgage Association (Fannie Mae) functions in the secondary mortgage market to?

<p>Buy mortgages that are originated by other lending institutions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The term 'waiver' in a legal contract is best defined as?

<p>A voluntary give up or surrender a right.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The amount of compensation a property owner must pay a property manager is determined by?

<p>The property management agreement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Depreciation can be attributed to?

<p>Economic obsolescence, functional obsolescence, physical deterioration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Restriction

A deed limitation restricting the use or enjoyment of real property.

Escheat

Conveyance of real property when the owner dies without a will and has no heirs.

Fiduciary Duty

An agent's duty to act in the client's best interest.

Steering

Discouraging property inspections or informing buyers based on protected characteristics.

Signup and view all the flashcards

FNMA's Primary Role

Purchases Title II loans to provide market liquidity and stability.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Lease

Transfers possession and use of real property for a specified period and consideration.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Title Transfer

Occurs when the seller executes and delivers the deed, and the buyer accepts it.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Market Value

Properties are assessed based on this value in Oregon.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Deferred Maintenance

This kind of maintenance lowers property values.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Release Clause

Allows parts of a property to be freed from the mortgage lien.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Abstract of Title

Provides a complete historical summary of all title-affecting matters.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Promissory Note

A trust deed or mortgage secures this financial instrument.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Exemptions Exceptions

Homestead exemptions don't affect these types of financial instruments.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Commingling

Mixing personal funds with client or third-party funds.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Management Compensation

Determined by the specific agreement between the property manager and the property owner.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Auction Agreements

Type of agreement required for auctioning real estate.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Buyer's Debit

On a closing statement, this always increases what the buyer pays.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Waiver

A legal term meaning the voluntary relinquishment of a right.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Depreciation Causes

Loss of value due to external factors in the area plus more.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Study Notes

Definitions and Terms

  • A deed limitation restricting the use or enjoyment of real property is known as a restriction.
  • Conveyance of real property by escheat indicates the owner died intestate without heirs.
  • In a real estate context, Russel acts as O'Neil’s agent and owes a fiduciary duty to him.

Housing Laws

  • Steering under federal housing laws includes:
    • Discouraging property inspections based on sex or religion.
    • Failing to inform potential buyers about desirable features based on familial status.

Federal National Mortgage Association (FNMA)

  • The FNMA was created under Title III of the National Housing Act to primarily purchase Title II loans for market liquidity.

Advertising Regulations

  • A license may use “team” or “group” in advertising if:
    • Team members are associated with the same principal broker.
    • The name is not deceptively similar to another trade name.
    • At least one member is a licensed real estate agent.

Leases and Title Transfer

  • A lease transfers possession and use of real property for a specified consideration.
  • Title to real estate passes to the buyer when the seller executes and delivers the deed, and the buyer accepts it.

Property Assessment and Market Values

  • In Oregon, properties must be assessed at market value.
  • Deferred maintenance typically tends to lower property values.

Mortgages and Contracts

  • A release clause in a mortgage allows portions of the property to be released from the mortgage lien.
  • The abstract of title provides a full historical summary of matters affecting title.

Financial Instruments

  • A trust deed or mortgage serves as security for a promissory note.
  • Homestead exemptions do not affect trust deeds, construction liens, or mortgages.

Management and Commingling

  • If a property manager deposits personal funds into a trust account, this creates a situation called commingling.
  • Compensation for property management is determined by the property management agreement.

Auction Procedures

  • Proposals to auction real estate must be in written, signed agreements and include terms set by the seller beforehand.

Real Estate Transactions

  • A buyer's debit on the closing statement always increases the total paid by the buyer.
  • The Federal National Mortgage Association (Fannie Mae) operates in the secondary mortgage market by buying mortgages from lenders.
  • The term waiver in legal contracts signifies a voluntary relinquishment of a right.
  • Depreciation can result from economic obsolescence, functional obsolescence, and physical deterioration.

Studying That Suits You

Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.

Quiz Team

More Like This

Real Estate Terms A-R
13 questions

Real Estate Terms A-R

WellRoundedApostrophe avatar
WellRoundedApostrophe
Land Titles Office Terminology Quiz
8 questions
Real Estate Terminology Quiz
16 questions
Use Quizgecko on...
Browser
Browser